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Learn about the spectacular gladiator fights at the legendary Colosseum

Visit Palatine Hill, the most important of the 7 hills in Rome

See the Temple of Vesta, the central feature in the Roman Forum

Enjoy an exciting and detailed tour with a professional tour guide

Visit ancient sites and learn about their history in a small group

Overview

Bloody gladiator fights in front of the crowded ranks of the Colosseum, bustling political dealings at the Roman Forum, the dramatic brotherly fight between Romulus and Remus on Palatine Hill: Experience the history of Rome in its original settings.

What to Expect

Experience ancient Rome and learn all about the fascinating history behind the important sights like the Colosseum. Your first stop is the Roman Forum, where you will follow in the footsteps of the Emperors such as Caesar, Augustus, and Nero. Marvel at the Arch of Titus and the central feature of the Forum, the Temple of Vesta. Here the sacred fire was guarded by the Vestal Virgins.

You will then see where fearless gladiators fought for their lives before the eyes of the Emperor and the Roman people. Explore the interior and exterior of the Colosseum and learn all about the spectacles that once took place at this beautiful amphitheater. The tour concludes at Palatine Hill, where legend has it that Romulus killed his brother Remus to found the city of Rome.

What's Included

Tour guide

What's Not Included

Entrance fees

Pick-up

Meeting Point

Piazza Venezia, by the fountain on the right-hand (western) side of the National Monument to Victor Emmanuel II (Monumento Nazionale a Vittorio Emanuele II).
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Know Before You Go

Tours during the summer period must be booked well in advance.

You will receive full details regarding your tour and a map in your confirmation email.